November 18, 2012, 10:47 AM
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Location: Tampa Bay
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There is such a huge selection of aftermarket stocks available for the 700 action that it's impossible to make a specific recommendation, many will fit the bill for what you're seeking.
Some points to consider:
- Composite is better than wood for a hunting application where the rifle is likely to get wet...
- If you're not going to bed the action- and preferably install pillars as well- consider the expense of having a smith dio it, versus purchasing a stock with an integrated aluminum bedding block/pillars.
- Lighter is always better for toting around, but is not as effective at reducing felt recoil. We have a Choate, and while it's a great target stock, it's a heavy sucker and I wouldn't select it for a hunting rifle.
- The "higher" end stocks like McMillan and Manners will not necessarily make your rifle any more accurate than a B&C or HS Precision. But, they may be more "durable", so consider how much the stock is likely to get beat up as part of your deicsion.
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